Here, experts share four ways you’re free to tackle a grimy strainer.
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There comes a time duringdish-washing dutywhen you have to empty your sink strainer.
Now that its empty once again, it’s possible for you to continue washing and rinsing.
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But after several nights of this, that strainer has probably gotten pretty grimy.
So whats the best way to clean it?
We asked professional cleaners to share their methods for getting sparkling clean sink strainers.
Heres what they had to say.
Place the strainer in a bowl, then generously sprinkle baking soda over it.
Pour hot water into the bowl, submerging the strainer.
Let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes, allowing the baking soda to soften any gunk.
Then, rinse it off and scrub it with dish soap and a toothbrush or bottle brush.
(According to Martinez, the latter can reach through the holes better than flat brushes.)
Spread it on the strainer, let it sit for 10 minutes, then scrub it with a brush.
Just check that to place it on the top rack.
Both methods disinfect, clean, and deodorize without damaging the strainer over time.
This removes residue before it can congeal, she says and can extend the time in between full-on scrubbings.
